Presented at the 2020 Summit

Fix Yourself-An Interpreters Tool Box to Total Body Wellness & Injury Prevention: Upper Extremities

0.2 CEUs, PS

"This interactive workshop will focus on 5 high risk upper extremity injuries that we as interpreters are particularly prone to developing. Based on almost 2 decades of physical therapy practice I plan on breaking down these injuries in a way that is clear and logical. For each injury and part of the body discussed we will do a brief anatomy and pathology review. We'll take multiple break out sessions to demonstrate and participate in simple therapeutic exercise techniques that you can begin incorporating into your daily interpreting routine immediately. Let's have some fun and learn how to ""fix yourself"" so you can continue to interpret 'long time’."

Workshop Curriculum

  1. 1

    • Welcome

    • Workshop Handout

    • Pre-workshop Assessment
  2. 2

    • Watch

    • Quiz

    • Post Workshop Assessment

Reviews from The Summit

Average Rating

4.9/5.0The activity provided opportunities to develop skill and/or awareness.

4.9/5.0The learning materials used were effective and complimented the goals of the activity.

4.9/5.0This activity will contribute to my professional growth.

5.0/5.0The instructor interacted with the participants in a professional manner.

  • Summit Attendee

    "PHENOMENAL!! An instructor with the KNOWLEDGE of not only OUR profession as Interpreters but the EXACT impact it has on our physical wellness. How to maintain and strengthen it! Wonderful instruction by Joel…"

  • Summit Attendee

    "This was SO GREAT! It was refreshing to have a workshop that focused on me taking care of MYSELF so I can be a better interpreter, especially in these tough times…."

  • Summit Attendee

    "This is the best workshop about injury prevention and exercises for interpreters that I’ve ever attended."

Meet Your Presenter

Summit Presenter

Joel Willis

For the past 18 years, after graduating from Loma Linda University School of Allied Health, I have enjoyed working in a variety of rehab settings including acute hospitals, outpatient orthopedic centers, and home health care to name a few. Over 10 years ago, I also decided to pursue my certification as an ASL interpreter which was the result of a long standing love for the Deaf community. During this journey I have had the honor of helping countless individuals of every age demographic reach their physical wellness goals through hands on techniques and a passion for communication and teaching. As a husband and father of two I understand how important our physical health is to maintaining a balanced and fulfilled life. As both a therapist and interpreter I get what our bodies are dealing with as we perform our craft each day and I want to help you be on the path to your strongest self!
FRID is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for Continuing Education Activities. This Professional Studies program is offered for 0.2 CEU's at the ‘Little/None’ Content Knowledge Level. TerpAcademy promotes an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination based on gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, or any other protected class.